Carpet beetle

Found indoors in dark, undisturbed areas, carpets, and closets; outdoors on flowering plants.

Larvae consume animal-based fibers like wool, silk, feathers, and leather; adults feed on pollen and nectar.

Larvae avoid light and hide in fabrics, while flying adults are attracted to light and outdoor flowers.

Larvae cause severe damage to textiles, clothing, and carpets; adults are harmless pollinators.